How much cap space do the Jets have left with NFL draft approaching?

The Jets have spent a serious amount of money this offseason, but the team remains financially sound with the NFL draft right around the corner.

New York entered free agency with more than $90 million to play with, and they did just that. With so much money at their disposal, the Jets were able to bring in Trumaine Johnson, Spencer Long, Teddy Bridgewater, Avery Williamson, Terrelle Pryor, Isaiah Crowell and more. In total, the Jets have signed 16 new players this offseason, in addition to retaining guys like Morris Claiborne, Josh McCown and Mike Pennel.

It’s been a busy offseason for Gang Green. It’s also been an expensive one. However, there’s still some money left over.

The Jets now have $19.5 million in cap space, according to ESPN’s Rich Cimini. Much of that money is already accounted for, as the team’s draftees will require roughly $8.5 million. From there, the Jets will want to stash some money away in case upgrades or injury replacements are required during the preseason and beyond.

As far as money goes, the Jets are in a perfect situation. They’ve managed to address several needs in free agency and will have money left over after the draft. If a move is necessary after that, cap space won’t be an issue.

When it comes to positions of need, the only one the Jets have not gone all out in addressing is the defensive line. With Muhammad Wilkerson gone, they could use some more star power alongside Leonard Williams — perhaps that player comes by way of the draft.

As for next year, the Jets are already poised for another big offseason. They are projected to have a league-high $109 million in cap space in 2019.

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